Bold and slightly mysterious, the Black Quirky Arched Cat rug reads more like a drawn character on the floor than a standard animal rug. The arched silhouette, bright watchful eyes and vivid outline give it the feel of a living illustration, balancing humour with a sharper, more graphic edge. It is the kind of piece that makes a room feel more distinctive straight away, without needing much else around it.

At 54 × 140 cm, it works especially well in a hallway, beside a bed or in a statement corner where the long, narrow shape can catch the eye without taking over the whole room. It has a more dramatic presence than a softer novelty rug, which is exactly why it works so well in cleaner spaces that need one odd, memorable detail to pull them together. With an approximate 2.3 cm thickness, it also has a soft underfoot feel that stops the piece from reading as too sharp or purely decorative.

Good to know: Ttufted in a soft, durable polyester pile with a non-slip backing. Bold enough for the floor, and witty enough to change the mood of a room straight away. Free delivery over £79 / €99 / $109.